1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, both 1989 GMC Jimmy and 1989 Nissan Terrano were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 351 kg more than 1989 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Nissan Terrano (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1989 GMC Jimmy | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Jimmy | Terrano |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |